Preposition
In the illumination from (a source of light).
In the light of the Sun
(figuratively, chiefly UK and Canada) Based on conclusions derived from (a source of knowledge, evidence or inspiration).
Synonym: (US, Australia, Canada) in light of
That I am a monk and you are a layman is of no importance ... rather that we are both in the light of the Holy Spirit ... Acquire peace, and thousands around you will be saved. Seraphim of Sarov
Every advantage in the past is judged in the light of the final issue. Demosthenes
In the light of our egos, we are all dethroned monarchs. Charlie Chaplin
We must learn to regard people less in the light of what they do or omit to do, and more in the light of what they suffer. Dietrich Bonhoeffer
A friend works in the light of the sun, an enemy in the dark. Nilotic Proverb
Experience is a revelation in the light of which we renounce our errors of youth for those of age. (Ambrose Bierce) English Proverb